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Youngstown distress commission expects to hire CEO by June 7
The Youngstown City School District Academic Distress Commission expects to select a school district chief executive officer by June 7.
Pa., W.Va., dealers get first-hand look at birthing of Lordstown-made Cruze
Dealership owner Tom Colussy already had a best-selling car in the first-generation Chevrolet Cruze.
POW-MIA Cpl. Buckley laid to rest
Servicemen, family and community crowded into Lane Family Funeral Home and paid respect to fallen soldier Cpl. Dennis Buckley.
Hunter: Youngstown board should get paid only if district achieves 'C' or better
A city school board member wants to tie members’ pay to the district’s academic performance.
Judge promises ruling soon on death-penalty constitutionality in Seman case
udge Maureen Sweeney of Mahoning County Common Pleas Court said she will rule soon on a motion by attorneys for Robert Seman, who seek a ruling that the death penalty is unconstitutional.
Manhunt subject Ramos waives hearing, charges sent to grand jury
The subject of a massive manhunt waived his preliminary hearing today on weapon charges in municipal court.
Mahoning courthouse restoration architects vow minimal disruptions
The $6 million Mahoning County Courthouse restoration project will proceed to completion this year with minimal, if any, disruptions in courthouse operations, according to the project architect.
88 bags of crack, 24 bags of Suboxone found in Youngstown raids
Police found 88 bags of suspected crack cocaine and $3,819 cash while serving a search warrant about 4:45 p.m. Tuesday investigating drug activity at a 4202 Helena Ave. home.
Needed: Big hearts and time to help Trumbull seniors
Judge James A. Fredericka is looking for people with big hearts and time to volunteer in the Guardian Angels of Ohio program.
May forum will gather public input on qualities for the city schools CEO
May forum will gather public input on qualities for the city schools CEO
Ohio Senate president views prison farm shutdown favorably
Ohio Senate president views prison farm shutdown favorably
Jury convicts Texas doctor in $375M Medicare-Medicaid scheme
Jury convicts Texas doctor in $375M Medicare-Medicaid scheme
Ray 'Boom Boom' Mancini appointed to Ohio Athletic Commission
Ray 'Boom Boom' Mancini appointed to Ohio Athletic Commission
Central Ohio school finds lead too high in water fountains
Central Ohio school finds lead too high in water fountains
Hall of Famer Lynn Swann named USC athletic director
Hall of Famer Lynn Swann named USC athletic director
Prosecutor: Hastert accuser to speak at sentencing
Prosecutor: Hastert accuser to speak at sentencing
Wal-Mart expands free curbside grocery pickup service
Wal-Mart expands free curbside grocery pickup service
Boardman, Austintown, South Range groups perform at 'JAM' Fest on Thursday in Warren
Boardman Jazz performs at 'JAM' Fest
50 car dealers meet in Lordstown, drive off with new Chevy Cruzes
About 50 Lordstown-built Chevrolet Cruzes were driven away from their birthplace to their respective dealerships today. Dealers from the Pittsburgh region were in town to pick up their new siren-red Cruzes.
Judge gives Texas 'affluenza' teen nearly 2 years in jail
Judge gives Texas 'affluenza' teen nearly 2 years in jail
Ohio lawmakers want medical marijuana legalized by summer
Ohio lawmakers want medical marijuana legalized by summer
Trumbull planning commission host comprehensive plan meeting for Girard
Trumbull planning commission host comprehensive plan meeting for Girard
US retail sales fall in March as Americans buy fewer cars
US retail sales fall in March as Americans buy fewer cars
Time Bank Watershed has movie presentation Thursday at Saxon Club
Time Bank Watershed has movie presentation Thursday at Saxon Club
New Youngstown Charter Review Commission has first meeting Tuesday
New Youngstown Charter Review Commission has first meeting Tuesday
Police find 88 bags of crack and cash, stolen gun while serving warrant
Police find 88 bags of crack and cash, stolen gun while serving warrant
Navy secretary to Marines: Women in combat is irreversible
Navy secretary to Marines: Women in combat is irreversible
Group seeks $15 minimum wage from Cleveland employers
Group seeks $15 minimum wage from Cleveland employers
Sheriff: Inmate found unresponsive in Summit County Jail cell dies
Sheriff: Inmate found unresponsive in Ohio jail cell dies
Cosby asks court to reseal testimony about affairs, drugs
Cosby asks court to reseal testimony about affair, drugs
Judge Sweeney to make ruling in Seman aggravated-murder trial
Judge Sweeney to make ruling in Seman aggravated-murder trial
New details from New Orleans police help shed light on Smith's shooting
New details surface in shooting of Smith in New Orleans
N.C. governor wants to change, not scrap, LGBT law
N.C. governor wants to change, not scrap, LGBT law
Verizon workers go on strike amid contract dispute
Verizon workers go on strike amid contract dispute
Dayton to house Veterans Affairs’ national archives
Dayton to house Veterans Affairs’ national archives
Youngstown Academic Distress panel to meet today, begin CEO selection process
The first meeting of the Youngstown Schools academic distress commission is at 4 p.m. today at Choffin
2-time leukemia survivor Jacob Sypert, 12, joins YSU baseball program
The sixth grader at Roosevelt Elementary in McDonald was initially diagnosed at the age of four.
Bike doctor is meticulous
The master mechanic test rides bicycles he works on before he releases them to customers
SPORTS DIGEST || Copeland Hills Golf Course up for auction
Copeland Hills Golf Course up for auction COLUMBIANA The Copeland Hills Golf Course on Metz Road
Rays chase Kluber, Tribe
Logan Forsythe and Evan Longoria both hit two-run home runs in the eighth inning, and the Rays beat the Indians 5-1.
Mahoning Valley to get $24M from Ohio capital budget
Of that amount, $14 million is going to Youngstown State University
Police: Weapon found in Smith’s vehicle
Police found a fully loaded gun inside the vehicle former New Orleans Saints star Will Smith was driving the night he was shot.
Judge Rusu announces MetroParks selection committee members
Ten-person committee will help select next park board member
Gordon’s bid for reinstatement denied
Josh Gordon’s petition for reinstatement from his indefinite drug ban has been denied by the NFL, a league spokesman told cleveland.com.
Boardman to offer safe spot for online-transaction exchanges
Residents can exchange items under police surveillance
Is painting found in attic a Caravaggio?
Associated Press PARIS A 400-year-old picture that might have been painted by Italian master
Chris Thile will take over ‘Prairie Home Companion’ Younger, hipper host
By JEFF BAENEN Associated Press ST. PAUL, Minn. No more Guy Noir, Private Eye. No more tales
Playhouse gets gift to renovate box office
Associated Press Auction officer Marc Labarbe presents the painting that might have been done by
Magic number in reach as Warriors seek No. 73
Stephen Curry never figured the Chicago Bulls’ 72-win mark could be matched or eclipsed.
Port authority getting close to recommending deal for three new hangars at airport
A multi-million dollar hangar expansion may not be far off
Girard council approves manned speed camera program
The civil citations will carry fines, but not count against a speeder’s driving record.
Barnes & Noble celebrates Spring Education Appreciation Days
There will be discounts for teachers and home-school educators
Kids’ book festival marks 10th year
The Plant the Seed to Read Children’s Book Festival will be Saturday at Fellows Riverside Gardens.
Programs teach smart money management
Public libraries are teaching financial literacy in programs for children, teens and adults.
Canfield Township residents give input on Gibson Road
By AMANDA TONOLI atonoli@vindy.com CANFIELD Township residents offered input on a Gibson Road
Ohio Senate bill would limit revenue from tickets issued through speed cameras
Linndale is notorious for operating traffic cameras and issuing a large amount of tickets
Liberty woman revives historic contra dance craze
Dennis Kempthorne, at right, leader of local folk band One String Short, directs a contra dance, a 17th-century folk-dance style similar to square dancing, but originating in England. The event takes place the second Saturday each month at Dublin Grange in Canfield.
Immigration agents back Trump
Opinion: By Francis Wilkinson Bloomberg View How disconnected is border policy in Washington from the
Meander Dam safety must trump windfalls for cities
Editorial: Talk of a windfall cash bonanza for the cities of Youngstown and Niles from the Mahoning Valley’s
Dark side of baseball
Opinion: By George Diaz Orlando Sentinel ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. Baseball loves culture and tradition.
Penguins hope to exorcise playoff demons
Pittsburgh finished with a 14-2 flourish to rocket up to second place in the competitive Metropolitan Division.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Victor Rivera and Katherine Velez Perez, Campbell, boy,
Strawberries freshen up savory dishes
By Kathy Morrison The Sacramento Bee Strawberries need no adornment. Make that “fresh, ripe

The Courthouse Inn & Restaurant Verdict favors vegetarian fare
From the entry doors to the courtyard in the rear, each step within the Courthouse is a feast for the eyes.
The latest film version of “The Jungle Book” — Rudyard Kipling’s beloved
The latest film version of “The Jungle Book” — Rudyard Kipling’s beloved tale of Mowgli, the boy,
Trafficking sentence
Trafficking sentence YOUNGSTOWN A man who prosecutors said was part of a ring distributing
Flint’s latest problem? People aren’t using enough water
Associated Press LANSING, Mich. Flint residents who have grown accustomed to using bottled water
ANGELS OF EASTER SEALS’ “ANGELS AND FRIENDS FAVORITE RECIPES III”
ANGELS OF EASTER SEALS’ “ANGELS AND FRIENDS FAVORITE RECIPES III” Three P’s in a Pot by June
Breakfast Recipes that allow sleepyheads to conquer mornings
By Joseph Hernandez Chicago Tribune If only I were the kind of person who could wake up easily,
Struthers woman sentenced to year’s probation for child endangering
The 53-year-old woman pleaded no contest to a reduced charge.
oddly enough
oddly enough Rubber brain, birth-control pills, keg among NJ beach trash ATLANTIC CITY, N.J.
THE WINE LIST Best Italian wines for $20 or less
By Peter M. GIANOTTI Newsday Refresh yourself with some very satisfying Italian wines, all $20
Couple admits child endangering
The prosecutor is recommending prison time for the couple, who admitted endangering their 14-year-old son
Upton powers Tigers over Pirates
Justin Upton had four hits, including a first-inning home run into a camera platform above the center-field fence.
Navy official: Women in combat irreversible
Associated Press CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. Navy Secretary Ray Mabus had a simple message Tuesday
Clinton, de Blasio take heat over comedy skit
Associated Press NEW YORK Hillary Clinton and New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio have come
Poll: GOP voters want delegate leader to win
Associated Press WASHINGTON Most Republican voters think the candidate with the most delegates
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., commissioners’ hearing room, Mahoning
One man shot, dad arrested; one run over by pregnant girlfriend
A man was shot Sunday on the East Side, and another man was run over by his pregnant girlfriend Friday evening on the South Side.
Ohio bill would let pastors deny performing gay marriages
Associated Press COLUMBUS A state legislative panel is poised to hear from opponents of a bill
Hawking joins effort to explore outer space
Associated Press NEW YORK With famed physicist Stephen Hawking at his side, an Internet investor
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Local eateries prep for Taste of Struthers
The third annual Taste of Struthers will be Thursday evening
Liberty trustees move forward on 2016 paving project
The township will pave Yvonne and Will-Wood Drives this year.
Four arrested for domestic disputes over weekend
Three charged with domestic violence, one with assault
‘Happy Body, Happy Business’ panel at YSU
‘Happy Body, Happy Business’ panel at YSU YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Business Incubator’s Women
nba roundup Tuesday’s games
Raptors 122, 76ers 98 TORONTO Rookie Norman Powell had 18 points and Jonas Valanciunas had 17
Valley’s March sales up over last year
A total of 5,329 sales were made in March, up from 5,153 reported last March for a 3 percent increase
METRO DIGEST || Frost trafficking case
Frost trafficking case YOUNGSTOWN The top officer of a local organization dedicated to inspiring
Fitch students, staff say ‘thank you’ to elderly
By AMANDA TONOLI atonoli@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Fitch High School students and staff provided
Around the horn | Tuesday’s Major League games
Orioles 9, Red Sox 5 BOSTON J.J. Hardy had a pair of two-run home runs, Mark Trumbo added
Women are using social media to tell their stories their way
Opinion: By Heidi Stevens Chicago Tribune It was an interesting week on Instagram. Last Wednesday, Amy